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Brooklyn Book Festival

September 20, 2015

Brooklyn Borough Hall

209 Joralemon St. (at Court St.) Brooklyn, NY 11209

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Authors and bibliophiles from all over the world congregate for panel discussions and themed readings at one of the City's largest free literary events. The festival also includes a "Literary Marketplace" showcasing wares from publishers, independent bookstores and nonprofit organizations. For more information, visit brooklynbookfestival.org.